I bought some hand towels recently, but when I looked at them today, I realized they were just so plain. I still had my fabric scrap container out. With a little digging, I found a couple of scraps large enough to add a bit of color to my towels. Measure the width of your towel....
With all the ads on television for back-to-school supplies, Fall must be close at hand. This month, Anita Goodesign released a new design pack called Autumn Splendor. So, we have it confirmed, Fall is close at hand. The design pack has 16 different leaves in 2 sizes. They are done in your...
FACT: You have generated fabric scraps if you have made a quilt. FACT: You have had mixed emotions regarding the disposition of those scraps. FACT: There is a high probability that you still have those scraps – either loose or incorporated in another quilt. I keep a basket – okay, a very...
Many sewn items have, or could have, ruffles – – skirts, aprons, towels, quilts, pillows, and even purses. The ruffler foot makes creating ruffles so easy that you’ll wonder why you waited so long to get this wonderful attachment for your machine. . While the ruffler appears to be a...
Have you ever wondered how someone learns how to use her/his longarm quilting machine? Many owners of Baby Lock Crown Jewel machines attended a hands-on event taught by Kay Capps Cross at the Huntington Beach Moore’s Sewing Center on Wednesday, August 1, 2012. And most of those owners and...
Okay, I admit that for years I’ve used a zip lock plastic bag to put my toothbrush in when I travel, but this is so much better. When I get home I can just toss the roll-up into the washing machine. Summer time around my house means visitors. I think it has something to do...
Shoe bags make wonderful gifts for travelers, including yourself. You can personalize them with an embroidery design, a monogram, or just a plain label such as “Tennies” in case you take 2 or more pairs and want to find a particular pair easily in your over-packed suitcase. Shoes! They go...
Luggage tags are not just for your suitcase, they are also great to use on your computer case or sewing machine luggage. This project is great for using some of those small scraps of fabric hanging around your sewing area or lounging in your fabric stash. Supply List: 1 – 2” x 13 1/2” cotton...
Whether you’re going on a picnic at the beach, a park or in your own backyard, this napkin makes it easy to carry an individual set of flatware. Supplies to make 4 napkins: 1 yard of “outside” fabric 1 yard of “inside” fabric 3 yards of grosgrain ribbon fabric marker Instructions: 1. Cut...
